Issues with accessing coronavirus testing in Hounslow
There is a national issue with testing due to lab capacity to process tests. This means that there is currently a limit on the amount of tests taking place at all testing sites in Hounslow and with home testing as well. We therefore need to prioritise those who need tests, only people with Covid-19 symptoms (fever, new cough, loss or change in taste/smell) should be booking a test.
We are aware that many people have been unable to get an appointment. If you cannot access a test, please continue to try to book a test online or by calling 119, and continue to isolate in the meantime. This is important to reduce the spread of infection.
Remember, people with Covid-19 symptoms (fever, new cough, loss or change in taste/smell) should be isolating at home and should only leave the house to access testing. They should wear a face covering, and drive or walk to the site and must not use public transport/taxi.
If you are isolating at home with symptoms or a positive test, there is support available on how to manage symptoms.
There are a variety of testing options available. You can order a home test to be completed from your home, or you can book a test at the Mobile Testing Unit which is in Hounslow every 3 days. There is also daily testing bookings available at Padstow Walk in Feltham, Brabazon Road in Heston, or Regional testing at Heathrow and Twickenham. Please do not attend any testing site without a booking.
Hounslow hosts a Mobile Testing Unit every three days.
If you have symptoms of coronavirus, it is important that you get tested. You and your household should also self-isolate and only leave the house to go and get tested.
The locations of Mobile Testing Units will be published here in advance.
Mobile Testing Units usually operate from 10.30am-3.30pm. You need to book an appointment online before you go to the site.
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Thursday 22 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
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Sunday 25 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
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Wednesday 28 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
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Saturday 31 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
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Tuesday 03 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
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Friday 06 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
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Monday 09 November 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
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Thursday 12 November 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
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Sunday 15 November 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
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Tuesday 17 November 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
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Wednesday 18 November 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
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Saturday 21 November 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
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Tuesday 24 November 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
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Friday 27 November 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
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Monday 30 November 10.30am - 3.30pm |
Bell Road Carpark, Hounslow, TW3 3NX Please note: Parking is not be available at this site on testing days, except for those getting a test done for coronavirus. |
Appointments are open from 6pm the night before the testing opens e.g. if the Mobile Testing Unit is on a Sunday, appointments open on the Saturday at 6pm.
You can book an appointment at the testing site by visiting www.nhs.uk/coronavirus or by calling 119.
When you book an appointment, you’ll be asked to provide your postcode and other details. You will then be provided with available testing sites close to you.
If you have any issues or queries, please contact the Public Health team at publichealth@hounslow.gov.uk.
